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| On a trek, how long is long? |
19 meg |
| Chris Townsend shares with us his thoughts on
long distance hiking, the thrills, the lows, the concerns and the emotion
it has brought to his life since his first long trek on the 2700 miles PCT
during the 80's. An easy listen, to inspire you one day to leave the office
and do the same! |
4/8/06
40 mins
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| 'Lighten Up!' Cameron McNeish and the new direction
for TGO Magazine |
17 meg |
| Editor Cameron McNeish takes us through the new
direction of TGO magazine and where they are looking for 2006. We discuss
how the web gives instant feedback and has changed the research and buuying
habits of readers. Plus we chat about some of the new contributors. |
1/4/06
35 mins
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| Chris Townsend discusses lightweight packs |
15 meg |
| We have a chat through the new materials used
on the new lighter rucksacks, what they can offer the backpacker, how to
pack a sack and other features to consider or dismiss. Really useful if
you are starting out or confused by the current selection. |
1/4/06
30 mins
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| Chris Townsend and the perfect pitch |
15 meg |
| Chris takes a look at how to pitch a tent correctly and how
to avoid the most common mistakes. We look at the ideal location, what to
look for, how to lay the tent out and how to make sure it is taught and
trim, to ensure you get a good nights rest. |
1/4/06
30 mins
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| John Manning - The coffee king of the PCT? |
17 meg |
| John takes a tongue in cheek look at his 2004
40th birthday present to himself, a walk across the complete PCT. Hear about
his keen preparation, his encounter with the wildlife and his many encounters
with mugs of cafe late. A trip which puts the fun back into backpacking. |
1/4/06
36 mins
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| UK Land Access Laws |
12 meg |
This may help clear up any confusion over the different land
access laws for the Scotland, England and Wales for overseas visitors.
Cameron McNeish editor of TGO Magazine explains what you can and can't do
and where you can or can't do it, and the differences between land access
in the Scottish and English countryside. |
30/1/06
24 mins
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| Going Lightweight – A Guide From Chris Townsend
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17 meg |
| If you are unsure as to what is actually involved
in going lightweight, or think it is just for adventure racers, this interview
will clarify the key issues. Chris explains his gear choice and why, so
that when he heads out onto the hills for a few days or a longer 2 week
trek, he still has all he needs and the weight is kept at a minimum. This
is what it is all about folks! |
11/1/06
35 mins
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| New Photographic Courses with Colin Prior |
13 meg |
| Colin Prior is soon launching a series of photographic courses
for those interested in further developing their skills. Here he tells us
about the content and what people can expect. We also touch on his thoughts
on the providence of photographs people take and hear about his last trip
to Torridon where a chilly night resulted in a spectacular series of images. |
23/11/05
30 mins
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| Colin Prior - The worlds greatest landscape photographer? |
11.8 meg |
| Do you want to take better photographs when out in the wilds? Then this
is the interview to listen to. Colin shares with us his views on the digital
v film debate, how he prepares and plans to arrive at his chosen location,
the equipment he uses and his passion for the environment. |
21/10/05
25 mins
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| Chris Townsend - TGO's Mr Gear Guru himself! |
9.8 meg |
| The interview everyone has been waiting for! We have a great chat with
Chris about rucksacks, base layers, lightweight tents and the industry.
Hear the man behind countless articles and the Backpacker Handbook. |
18/10/05
21 mins
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| John Manning talks tarps and the
PCT |
15 meg |
We have a long chat with John about his recent 6 month
trip doing the PCT using lightweight Henry Shires tarps. He tells us what
others were using for shelter over there and we discuss the practicalities
of using the same equipment here.
Lots of interesting ideas come out in this 30 min interview and certainly
many people I'm sure will consider some John's clothing suggestions perhaps
going a bit too far! |
28/10/05
33 mins
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| Cameron McNeish talks about getting into the ‘lightweight’
mindset |
15 meg |
| We have a fascinating and insightful chat with TGO Magazine editor Cameron
McNeish about how we can get more from a backpacking trip by thinking about
being part of the landscape and not just passing through it. |
16/10/05
32 mins
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